Liao Ning's eyes widened in astonishment as she gazed at the elder. The elder's eyes radiated kindness and affection as they met hers.
With a tender touch, the elder gently stroked Liao Ning's hair. "Your white hair is truly exquisite, much like your mother's."
Liao Ning was taken aback. "You… can you see my true appearance?" She felt a mixture of surprise and trust towards the Sea Demon elder.
The elder responded with a warm smile. "It's not just you. There's another, too. The Multi-Feather Butterfly possesses the power to deceive, but my Sea Demon elder's eyes can pierce through illusions."
Liao Ning observed the elder's deep blue eyes and sensed an unspoken connection to her clan. Perhaps this was the inexplicable bond she felt with her own people.
"Don't fret. With your mother gone, apart from me, I'm afraid you're the only one who can perceive the truth. No one else can glimpse your genuine self."
